Zamalek Travel Guide

Cairo

A river with modern buildings and a historic bridge.
A cityscape with a river, a bridge, and a prominent dome-shaped building.
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Stay near popular Zamalek attractions

Zamalek Art Gallery

You can study the exhibits at Zamalek Art Gallery, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Cairo. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
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Things to do

Cairo Tour: Egyptian Museum, Pyramids, Sphinx, Khan El Khalili & Lunch

Cairo Tour: Egyptian Museum, Pyramids, Sphinx, Khan El Khalili & Lunch

Rp992.622
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Cairo Tour: Egyptian Museum, Pyramids, Sphinx, Khan El Khalili & Lunch
Cairo Tour: Market, Downtown, Lunch and Nile Felucca Boat

Cairo Tour: Market, Downtown, Lunch and Nile Felucca Boat

Rp538.980
per adult
Cairo Tour: Market, Downtown, Lunch and Nile Felucca Boat
Private Tour Cairo Khan el-Khalili Market & Food Tour Experience

Private Tour Cairo Khan el-Khalili Market & Food Tour Experience

Rp359.320
per adult
Private Tour Cairo Khan el-Khalili Market & Food Tour Experience
Guided Tour To Alexandria From Cairo

Guided Tour To Alexandria From Cairo

Rp538.980
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Guided Tour To Alexandria From Cairo
From Hurghada: Full-Day Cairo Tour by Elite Shared Bus

From Hurghada: Cairo Pyramids, Sphinx, Museum Day Trip with Lunch

Rp1.104.909
per adult
From Hurghada: Cairo Pyramids, Sphinx, Museum Day Trip with Lunch
Egyptian Muesum

Cairo Day Tour visit Old Egyptian museum, Citadel and Khan Khalil

Rp269.490
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Cairo Day Tour visit Old Egyptian museum, Citadel and Khan Khalil
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Top hotels in Zamalek

Cairo Marriott Hotel

Cairo Marriott Hotel

5 out of 5
16 Saray El Gezira Cairo
The price is Rp4.051.728 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
Rp4.051.728
Rp5.224.979 total
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 14 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Cairo Marriott Hotel
The President Hotel Cairo

The President Hotel Cairo

3 out of 5
22 Taha Hussein Str Cairo
The price is Rp2.338.883 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
Rp2.338.883
Rp3.007.952 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (344 reviews)
"esta localizado en una buena zona y segura. La tensión del personal muy buena. Recomendado"

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2026

The President Hotel Cairo
Hilton Cairo Zamalek Residences

Hilton Cairo Zamalek Residences

4 out of 5
21 Mohamed Mazher Street Cairo
The price is Rp3.237.460 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
Rp3.237.460
Rp4.174.924 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cairo. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (605 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay so much and only regret not being able to stay longer. Everything was amazing, from the service and cleanliness to the hospitality. Thank you to the staff."

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026

Hilton Cairo Zamalek Residences
Flamenco Hotel Cairo

Flamenco Hotel Cairo

4 out of 5
2 El Gezira El Wosta Street Cairo
The price is Rp1.447.661 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
Rp1.447.661
Rp1.903.825 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (459 reviews)
"Lovely hotel in great location"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2026

Flamenco Hotel Cairo
AJIRA Zamalek Hotel

AJIRA Zamalek Hotel

3 out of 5
Ahmed Heshmat Cairo Cairo Governorate
The price is Rp1.703.498 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
Rp1.703.498
Rp2.196.720 total
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Egyptian Museum and Tahrir Square are located ...
AJIRA Zamalek Hotel
Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile

Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile

5 out of 5
Cairo Cairo
The price is Rp3.862.755 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
Rp3.862.755
Rp4.981.286 total
24 Nov - 25 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Popular attractions Egyptian Museum and Tahrir Square are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (407 reviews)
"Great place to stay. It’s well-maintained and clean. The staff here are amazing. You will always be the priority and will make you feel homes the location of the property is also great with the Nile beside you with different activities and amenities close by. Also don’t miss out the food at the hotel ..."

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2026

Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile
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Where to stay in Zamalek

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Downtown Cairo

Known for its interesting museums and stunning river views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Cairo. Top attractions like Talaat Harb Street and Midan Talaat Harb are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Orabi Station or Nasser Station to see more of the city.

The Great Pyramids of Giza, a desert landscape with large rocks and clear skies.

Al Haram

If you're spending some time in Al Haram, Giza Pyramid Complex and Grand Egyptian Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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Nasr City

Nasr City is well liked for its parks and casinos. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, City Center Shopping Mall and Citystars Heliopolis are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Stadium Station or Fair Zone Station to get around.

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Heliopolis

If you're in Heliopolis, take some time to enjoy the ample dining options. Consider stopping by Tivoli Dome, and you can hop on the metro at Al Ahram Station to see more of the area.

The Great Pyramid of Giza with people riding horses in the foreground.

Nazlet El-Semman

Though Nazlet El-Semman may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Giza Pyramid Complex and Sound and Light Theater.

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